1.95 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Garnet Pair from Madagascar

The Natural Gemstone Company is pleased to present a matched pair of IGI certified color change garnets, elegant, accurate, and ready for discerning settings. Each stone sits just under one carat, one at 0.96 carats and the other at 0.99 carats, offering a beautifully balanced pair for stud earrings or matched accents in bespoke jewelry. Both stones are oval in shape, with dimensions of 5.09 x 5.05 x 3.88 mm and 5.16 x 5.09 x 3.82 mm, and they are executed in a mixed brilliant cut that combines the scintillation of brilliant facets with the depth and color control of step facets. The gems are IGI certified, confirming their natural origin and the no enhancement statement. Origin is Madagascar, a source increasingly respected for producing fine color change garnets with rich identity and stable supply, and each gem bears the excellent polish expected by collectors and connoisseurs.

From a grading perspective these garnets carry attributes that an educated buyer will recognize as meaningful to value and wearability. The clarity is graded as very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which communicates that inclusions are minor and do not detract from face up appearance or structural integrity. Eye clean performance combined with an intense color intensity means the stones present strong saturation without appearing overly dark, preserving both sparkle and body color. The mixed brilliant cut, combined with excellent polish, ensures that light is captured and returned efficiently. Proportions and symmetry are implicit in the carefully listed dimensions, and because garnets are durable enough for everyday wear, the balance between careful cutting and preservation of weight makes these stones attractive both for aesthetic and investment minded buyers.

Technically the exceptional sparkle and the dramatic color change effect arise from the gemological structure and chemistry of these garnets. Color change arises when specific trace elements and the crystal lattice interact to absorb different wavelengths of light under varying illumination, producing a visible shift in hue between natural daylight and incandescent light. This optical behavior is intensified by the gem s refractive qualities and the precision of the mixed brilliant cut. The cut places brilliant facets where they maximize scintillation, while step elements control how color zones present to the eye, together producing a lively play of light and a clear, saturated color in both lighting conditions. The slight elevation in refractive behavior typical of quality garnets boosts internal reflection, and the excellent polish on the pavilion and crown facets reduces surface scattering that would otherwise dull the stone. The net effect is a sparkle that is immediate and lively, paired with a reliable color change performance that is rare and sought after.

For the educated buyer these garnets offer a compelling combination of gemological integrity, provenance, and hand finishing. The matched weights of 0.96 carats and 0.99 carats and the closely matched dimensions translate into a pair that will sit and sparkle together with uniformity, a detail that matters critically when crafting matched earrings or twin set pieces. The IGI certification provides independent verification of the no enhancement statement and the grading notes, enhancing market confidence and ease of resale. Madagascar origin is noted for producing color change garnets with stable supply and documented sourcing practices, and at The Natural Gemstone Company we stand behind the accuracy of these descriptors and the ethical provenance. In practical terms these stones are ready to set, durable for regular wear, and distinct enough to satisfy collectors who value optical phenomena and precise cutting. If you would like a high resolution image, the full IGI report, or advice on setting styles that will best showcase the color change and sparkle, please contact The Natural Gemstone Company and we will assist with measurements, matching verification, and setting recommendations.